WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail from our latest menu. Designed as a batch premix which is loaded full of tastes associated with festive period, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put every items into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
